Maintenance Workers, Machinery
O*NET-SOC 49-9043.00 · interest code RCI
Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Realistic — hands-on, physical, practical work with tools, machines, plants or animals — then Conventional and Investigative.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation — often vocational training, an associate degree or apprenticeship.
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